Unless the damage to the optic nerve in glaucoma patients reaches a certain level, it may not cause any complaints in the patients.
CAN LOSS OF VISION BE PREVENTED BY EARLY DIAGNOSIS?
Early diagnosis and treatment in glaucoma is very important for the preservation of vision. Increased intraocular pressure, being over 40 years old, being high myopia or hyperopia, and having a family history of glaucoma are the main risk factors. It is recommended that patients with risk factors should be examined at least once a year. Considering that the majority of glaucoma patients are people who do not know that they have glaucoma, the importance of routine eye examination is much better understood.
AT risk of glaucoma
Increased intraocular pressure, being over 40 years old, having high myopia or hyperopia, family history of glaucoma, diabetes, thin corneal thickness, cortisone use are important risk factors for glaucoma.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF GLACOMA?
The diagnosis of glaucoma can be made with a detailed eye examination, measurement of intraocular pressure, visual field examination and detailed evaluation of the optic nerve. Since a single examination may not be sufficient to diagnose glaucoma, regular examinations gain importance.
HOW IS GLAUCOMA TREATED?
Since glaucoma causes progressive visual field loss, this progression can be slowed or stopped with glaucoma treatment. The loss of visual function due to glaucoma cannot be reversed with treatment.
CAN I HAVE GLACOMA IN NEWBORN BABIES?
Glaucoma can affect any age group, including newborn babies. Especially in newborn babies, glaucoma should be considered in the presence of family history, sensitivity to light, constant watering of the eye, and a larger than normal corneal diameter.